Parents - Picture proofs/order forms are in from retakes and should be sent home either today or tomorrow! Please be on the look out!!
Reminder: Today is a 2:00 dismissal. Please make sure students know their plan for dismissal!
Herrin Elementary's Parent Engagement activities start this week! Thursday will be for 3rd and 5th graders, and Friday will be for 2nd and 4th graders. Please see the attached flyers for all the information. We look forward to celebrating their hard work this week!
SIBLING SUCCESS!
Rylin Cravens 7th grader from Herrin (12yr-13yr age group) and Nolan Cravens 4th grader from Herrin(10yr-11yr age group), brother & sister both won the Elks hoop shoot for the 2nd year in a row to go to the District round!!! Congratulations Rylin & Nolan!🧡🖤🤍🐅🏀
Does your child dream of dancing with the Herrin Tigerettes? Now’s their chance!
Join the Herrin High School Tigerettes Winter Dance Camp on Saturday, December 28th, from 9 AM-12 PM at the HHS Memorial Gymnasium. Participants will perform during the Herrin Tiger Boys Basketball game on Friday, January 3rd, at 6:00 PM.
💃 Sign up today! Registration forms and payments (checks to HHS Dance Team) are due by Friday, December 13th to guarantee a t-shirt.
📩 Don’t have a registration form yet? Contact your child’s teacher in ROOMS to request one be sent home.
Let’s dance! 🎶✨
Parents - The H.E.S. lost and found is full of nice winter coats and sweatshirts, as well as lunch boxes! If your child is missing personal items, please have them check the lost and found, back wall of cafeteria, the gym, and playground!! You may also want to message your child's teacher on Rooms so they can make sure students go look in those areas. We will be getting rid of all items at the end of this quarter!!
It is Jr. Tigers night at the high school girl's game tonight!
Be there by 6:45 to help make the run out tunnel. Drinks and snacks provided during the varsity game. Wear your Jr. Tigers shirt and get in free! 🧡🏀🖤
Please join us TODAY - Monday, December 9th at 9:30 in the HES North Gym for the 5th Grade Band, Chorus, and Ukulele concert! Our students are working hard and you won't want to miss this performance!!
🍽️🍎 LUNCH MENU CHANGES 🍎🍽️
The lunch menu has been adjusted for 12/09/2024 and 12/12/2024. We appreciate your patience! Please visit our website for the most up-to-date menu at: https://herrincusd4il.sites.thrillshare.com/o/hhs/dining
Please join us on Monday, December 9th at 9:30 in the HES North Gym for the 5th Grade Band, Chorus, and Ukulele concert! Our students are working hard and you won't want to miss this performance!!
TRUANCY MINUTE: A Message from ROE #21
As a part of the ROE #21 Partners Against Chronic Truancy initiative, we are committed to working together to address and reduce truancy within our community. We understand that regular school attendance is one of the most important factors in a student's academic success, personal development, and future opportunities. Truancy can have serious long-term effects on a student's educational journey, and we believe that by collaborating with families, schools, and community organizations, we can create a supportive environment that encourages consistent attendance.
To Parents: Your involvement is essential in helping your child succeed in school. By ensuring that your child attends school regularly, you are setting the foundation for their future success. If your child is struggling with attending school, whether due to academic challenges, emotional issues, or other factors, please reach out for support. We are here to help you navigate these challenges and connect you with resources that can make a difference.
To Students: Every day of school is an opportunity for learning, growth, and development. Missing school can create gaps in your education and make it harder to catch up. If you're facing any difficulties—whether it’s with schoolwork, friends, or anything else—don’t hesitate to reach out to a teacher, counselor, or trusted adult. Together, we can find solutions to help you stay on track.
Together, We Can Make a Difference! We believe that by working together—parents, students, schools, and community partners—we can overcome the barriers that prevent students from attending school regularly. Your education is your future and attending school every day is one of the best steps you can take to ensure that future is bright.
If you need any help or have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’re here to support you.
Here are the H.E.S. GRATITUDE Character Award Recipients for the month of November! 🏆 CONGRATULATIONS!!
NOW is the time to order a 2024-2025 yearbook. This year, yearbooks will be a softcover and will be $17. Use the link below and place your order in only a few steps. WE WILL NOT HAVE ANY EXTRAS to purchase at the end of the year, so be sure to order yours before the FEBRUARY 28TH deadline. Please email brandi.karnes@herrinschools.org for any questions!
HES Link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1088172/Herrin-Elementary-School
There will be NO SCHOOL November 27th-December 1st for Thanksgiving Break. School will resume December 2nd.
🎓✨ **Let’s finish the year strong!** ✨🎓
As we head into the holiday season, it's easy to let routines slip—but staying consistent with **regular and punctual attendance** at school, both **before and after holiday breaks**, is more important than ever! Here’s why:
✅ **Build Momentum**: Showing up ready to learn keeps your skills sharp and ensures you don’t miss critical lessons or assignments.
✅ **Stay Connected**: Being present helps you maintain friendships, teamwork, and that strong school community vibe.
✅ **Set the Tone**: Consistency shows commitment to your education and builds great habits for life.
✅ **Catch the Review**: Right before and after breaks, teachers often recap or introduce key concepts—don’t miss out!
🌟 **Parents and caregivers**, encourage your students to stay on track. Every day counts when it comes to their success!
Let’s make this holiday season one to remember by keeping education and attendance a top priority. 🎄📚 #AttendanceMatters #StayCommitted #FinishStrong
🚨 Important Reminder for Parents of Students Being Picked Up By Daycare🚨
For any and all transportation changes, please notify both the school and the daycare as soon as possible! 🚍💬
🔑 Why is this important?
Failing to report transportation changes can lead to confusion, delays, and may result in a financial charge.
Help us ensure your child’s safety and a smooth process for everyone! Thank you for your cooperation. 💙
#ParentReminder #StudentSafety #Teamwork
📚 Arrive on Time, Stay the Whole Time! ⏰
Did you know that being tardy or leaving school early can seriously affect your academic success? Here’s why:
✅ School starts promptly at 8:10 AM. Students enter classrooms at 8:00 AM to get settled and ready to learn. Arriving late disrupts the flow, causing missed instruction time and leaving students scrambling to catch up.
✅ Dismissal is at 2:40 PM. Leaving early means missing the end-of-day lessons, important announcements, and sometimes crucial one-on-one support from teachers.
When students miss even a small portion of the school day, it can:
🎓 Lead to learning gaps
📉 Lower performance on tests and assignments
📋 Make it harder to stay organized and on top of classwork
👉 Help set yourself or your child up for success by ensuring they arrive on time and stay the entire day. Every minute counts! Let's make the most of our learning opportunities. 🏫✨
#TimeMatters #EveryMinuteCounts #AcademicSuccess
📸 School Picture ReTakeDay for HES will be Thursday, November 21st!! 📸 If you have any questions, please email brandi.karnes@herrinschools.org. **Also, please note that once a retake has been taken, the original photo is no longer available!!
Thursday, November 21st is picture re-take day. Please let your child's teacher know by Wednesday if you would like your child to take a picture re-take. Once they get a retake, the original photo will no longer be available so we'd really like confirmation before allowing students to get a retake.
Additionally, any student who was not enrolled at HES on August 29th and did not have a picture taken, will also get their picture taken on Thursday, November 21st!!
The HHS Book and Cinema Club is hosting its second annual Christmas event at the high school. They would love to have you join them!!
